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Cottage built on top of a hill between sea, mountains and Cathars’ country - La Grotte cottage in the hills overlooking the garrigue. Near the sea

Felluns, France

Cottage645 sq. ft.

Bedrooms1

People3

Bathrooms1

Separate WCs0

Min. Stay2 - 7 nights

About this unit

La Grotte cottage in the hills overlooking the garrigue. Near the sea

Enjoy a unique experience in a two rooms troglodyte cottage built. The cottage was built on top of hill that offers an exceptional sight of the French “garrigue”. The background wall is made of the hill’s rocks. Calm and wild surroundings.

Located in a mountainous region which enjoys a Mediterranean climate and warm sunshine. Between the Mediterranean sea, the Upper Pyrenees and the Cathars’ country.

Guests will enjoy the whole cottage. Access to the house is made through a terrace with a large bay window. There is a spacious living room with a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area and a TV area. The bedroom is nicely furnished with an adjoining “Italian style” shower. La Grotte is perfect for couples.

more bedding can be added, animals are authorized, WIFI, no vis-à-vis.

About the property

Pyrénées mon Amour

Small piece of heaven, far away from stress, in the hinterland of Perpignan, between Mediterranean Sea, Upper Pyrenees and the Cathars’ country.

Pyrénées mon Amour is made of 4 comfy cottages fully renovated. The decoration and furnitures are stylish, they mix classical and modern design but respect the spirit of the houses.

Each cottage is independent, has its own entrance and a terrace with an amazing view on French « garrigue ».

Cottages were built in promontory on a rock located in Felluns, small picturesque village of 50 inhabitants. The upper part of the cottage open on the charming Church’s place which dates back to the XIIth century. You can move freely and let children play in the whole village, in total safety, because there is no roads.

Discover the Fenouillèdes, an authentic and wild Mediterranean region. At a walking distance from the cottage, you can see the vineyard, the garrigue, dolmens, a Roman aqueduct, the lake of Caramany, ruins of medieval castle, magnificent panoramas.

A few minutes by car, you can visit exceptional sites such as: the Galamus gorges, the Synclinal of Saint-Paul, discover the rich heritage of the Fenouillèdes (Cathars’ castles, Romane’s churches …). Immerse yourself in the prehistory of humanity with Tautavel’s museum , visit the numerous wine cellars and taste the wines of the region (Côtes du Roussillon, Maury …).

PRACTICAL INFORMATION: A truck passes daily to Felluns (bread, grocery store). In the neighbouring town of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, you will find all the necessary services (bank, supermarket, petrol station, bakery, butcher, tobacco store... You can also discover local producers (olive, honey, cheese, vinegar ...) and take part in cultural events and local festivals.

Owner

Fabienne Wetterwald

Member Since 2014

Speaks

english, french, german

Calendar last updated:

14 Nov 2018

About Fabienne Wetterwald

An Alsatian origin, former primary school teacher and lifeguard, I got engrossed in this region. After a very successful career, I wanted to develop a new project that would give me the opportunity to use all my skills and pursue all my passions. I love the nature, history and all types of arts including architecture and decoration. I also love writing and I published several poetry collections. I also love sports and hiking. I studied archaeology, art history and multimedia. I love meeting people and share my discoveries. I live on site and I will be delighted to welcome you.

Fabienne Wetterwald purchased this Cottage in 2014

Why Fabienne Wetterwald chose Felluns

My wish is to offer you serene holidays full of nice activities. I would like to make you discover this beautiful part of France, not well known and called Fenouillèdes. It is important to me to share with you my passion for this authentic region, far from mass tourism. My plan is to develop high quality service in respect of the environnement and a form of tourism based on cultural exchange. I want to give meaning to your holidays. I will look after your comfort and your tranquility and wish to share with you my historical and geographical knowledge of this part of France.
I live next-door, in an other cottage and I will be at your disposal during your stay. Starting from May/June, I will organise every week a french aperitif to welcome the guests. It’s always very friendly! Guests can order a basket of organic vegetables before arriving. Maps and hiking books are available. Price reduction are possible for certain activities in the region (Canyoning, horse riding, Via Ferrata, rafting). Felluns’ cave and the 12th century church can also be visited on request.

What makes this Cottage unique

Authentic cottage built on the rock overlooking the French garrigue.
Lodging is at your disposal in total privacy with terrace and amazing view.
Renovated, fully equipped and nice furniture. High quality welcome.
Maximum sunlight (2500 hours sun exposition par year).
Wild and calm surroundings.
At the heart of the Fenouillèdes region, hills area with Mediterranean climate.
Fauna and flora protected. Rivers of clear and fresh water.
Canyons, gorges, landscapes, wildlife activities, historical patrimony, cultural events, local producers, …
Between the Mediterranean Sea, Upper Pyrenees and Cathars’ country

A beautiful apartment with a heavenly view

I spent two weeks in "la grotte", an apartment for 2 people at "Pyrenees Mon Amour ", in March 2018 and it was blissful.

I had everything I needed in the apartment and the owner, Fabienne, was friendly and helpful. She helped me with my luggage and had lots of suggestions for places to visit.

Though there are 4 holiday homes ,plus Fabienne's home, adjoining each other I felt that I had completely privacy. The apartments face in different directions, the entrances are not adjacent so I had the impression that the wonderful view was just for me!

Felluns is a tiny village with no shops but a grocery van stopped in the village square, just around the corner, most days. It was useful for the days I didn't want to tear myself away from that view and it was nice to have the chance to say bonjour to my neighbours. I got most of my shopping at whichever supermarket I happened to pass on my excursions out and about.

Even in March there is plenty to see . There are suggestions for walks in the info pack in the apartment and there are lots of dramatic castles, pretty villages and vineyards round.

I enjoyed especially delicious, good value lunches at the Auberge in Sournia; le Patio in Villefranche de Conflent; la France in Ceret and Au Remparts in Elne.

There is a very good museum of modern art in Ceret (Picasso!) and the museum of Prehistory in Belesta had a very well presented display of Neolithic exhibits and a really interesting temporary exhibition about Charles Rennie Mackintosh's time in Rousillon.

The apartment was imaginatively designed and very comfortable and I would certainly recommend it to my friends. Thank you Fabienne .